Departure Time

On the last morning in Awaji, everyone gathered at Osaki with their luggage. We all went to the school hall, with all the Osaki pupils and host families present. At the farewell ceremony, speeches were made and the children sang for each other. Eyes started to get teary. The Osaki pupils, teachers and host families then formed a chain and we had to walk past them. It was then time to board the bus for the airport. The floodgate of tears broke open at this point in time. Tears flowed openly, while some were crying loudly. It also started to drizzle. There was much reluctance to part, as no one wanted to board the bus. Eventually, we had to go. Do take a look at the photos for a feel of how emotionally charged the farewell was. Our children were still crying in the bus. On a happier note, we celebrated yet another birthday onboard the flight back to Singapore.